Postdoctoral position in Neurodevelopment for in vivo studies in animal models of mice – POSITION 2

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Postdoctoral position in Neurodevelopment for in vivo studies in animal models of mice – POSITION 2

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Offer DescriptionOur goal is to understand the molecular mechanisms that drive cell-cell communication in aggressive childhood cancers, with a specific focus on the role of the UNC5 interaction network in the pathogenesis of neuroblastoma (NB) and other pediatric tumours. We will employ a multidisciplinary approach, encompassing cell-based assays, profiling experiments (eg. high resolution mass spectrometry proteomics), and structure-based tools to target specific protein complexes in vitro and in vivo. This is a collaborative ERC Synergy project with other labs from the University of Oxford and Lyon.The candidate will join Daniel del Toro’s lab, which comprises three PhD students and is supported by one technician, along with rotating students. The lab is located in the Biomedicine Department at the Faculty of Medicine (Campus Clinic) of the University of Barcelona.Gross salary per year: 40,500 €.The application period is from 16 May to 5 June 2025.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Biological sciences Education Level PhD or equivalentResearch Field Neurosciences Education Level PhD or equivalentSkills/QualificationsHold a PhD in Neurodevelopment or cancer biology or a closely related research fieldSpecific Requirements

• Experience with animal experimentation including cell implantation into different brain regions of either pre or postnatal mouse models, expertise in in utero electroporation is a plus.
• Proficient with processing tissue samples, including sample preparation, use of cryostat or vibratome, and immunofluorescence staining.
• Experience in molecular biology, omics techniques and cell culture.
• Experience in imaging acquisition and analysis (e.g., ImageJ, Cell Profiler).
• Excellent English skills in speaking, writing, and presenting scientific data.
• Interest in working within a collaborative network
• Certificate of knowledge or completion of training in Animal Handling for Medical Experiments according to the Order ECC 566/2015 to perform the following funcions: a) care of mice , b) euthanasia of mice , c) surgery which involve injections in embrionary stages and postnatal analysis of tumoral cells in models of mice to study proliferation, migration and dissemination of cells, and e) be responsible for the in situ supervision of maintenance and welfare of mice.

Languages ENGLISH Level ExcellentLanguages SPANISH Level BasicLanguages CATALAN Level BasicResearch Field Biological sciencesNeurosciences Years of Research Experience 4 – 10Additional InformationEligibility criteriaA specific committee will evaluate and shortlist the applications using the following criteria:

• Adequacy of the CV (maximum 50)
• Experience in the field (maximum 20)
• Suitability for the tasks to be performed within the framework of the research project or research support position to which the successful candidate will be attached (maximum 30)

Minimum score to pass the selection process: 70/100 points.Selection processAn interview will be conducted if the evaluation committee deems it necessary.Required documentation:

• CV (include contact details of two people from whom references or reports can be requested)

• Motivational letter

• Online registration form GAIA

*Be in possession of the doctor’s degree at the time of the formalization of the contract.Additional commentsDuration of the contract of employment: 12 months, renewable up to 28/02/2031.The candidate proposed for hiring must accept the job offer within 3 working days from the date of notification of the selection.Priority will be given to people with disabilities (Law 89/2015 of June 2, reserve of quota 2% in favour of people with disabilities in companies of 50 or more people).Be aware that the starting date set in this offer is an estimate date. The official starting date will depend on the bureaucratic time that will take the preparation of the labour contract and presentation of the necessary documents to be hired by the selected candidate.For additional information regards this offer, please, contact Dr. Daniel del Toro:Work Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute Universitat de Barcelona Country Spain State/Province Barcelona City Barcelona Postal Code 08036 Street Casanova, 143 GeofieldContact State/ProvinceBarcelona CityBarcelona WebsiteStreetGran Via de les Corts Catalanes, 585 Postal Code08007 E-Maildanieldeltoro@ub.eduSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page

Expected salary

€40500 per year

Location

Barcelona

Job date

Fri, 16 May 2025 22:50:36 GMT

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